Medical Records Technician

About the Position:

Position is located at Naval Hospital Beaufort SC - Patient Administration Department, Medical Records. Responsible for the management and maintenance of patient medical records.

Hours:

. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

• Interviews and in-processes new patients, obtaining necessary identifying data for preparation of medical record and prepares required contents.
• Retrieves individual medical records from the terminal digit system for scheduled appointments.
• Collects and organizes data for statistical reports, audits, and/or research projects.
• Reviews records for correct format, serviceability, and completeness.
• Performs annual records retirement separating, screening, selecting, assembling, packing, and preparing records for shipment.
• Maintains control of medical records that are highly sensitive.
• Receives request for copies of medical records for patients, other Medical Treatment Facilities and insurance companies
• Follows established procedures to ensure the confidentiality of all health information.
• Directs patients to various hospital clinics, administrative departments, laboratory, X-ray site, etc.
• Receives patients at an open counter

• This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
• This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.